§ 185-151
Specific and objective guidelines
- A. In reviewing an application submitted under the provisions of this article, the permitting authority shall apply the following general standards for approval, where applicable;
- (1) Development which is consistent with the goals and policies of the Barrington Comprehensive Plan.
- (2) Design which preserves the distinguishing original qualities of a building, structure or site and its environment.
- (3) New development and landscaping which is compatible with the building and site characteristics of surrounding development.
- (4) New development which is served with an adequate means of water supply, sewage disposal and drainage.
- (5) Design which maximizes the safety and convenience of vehicular and pedestrian movement within the site and in relation to access streets and adjoining bicycle routes and walkways.
- (6) Design which shows adequate measures to prevent pollution of surface water or groundwater and provides for the protection of unique or important natural, historic or scenic features; and development which minimizes use of wetlands and floodplains and tree and vegetation removal.
- B. All applications subject to this article shall also conform to such standards as may be adopted from time to time by the Barrington Planning Board, in addition to those contained in the Barrington Land Development and Subdivision Regulations, § 200-1 et seq, unless a waiver or modification therefrom is received in accordance with the Land Development and Subdivision Regulations, § 200-1 et seq.